1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 1958 Austin A135 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin A135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1958 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 35 | A135 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 34 L |
